National Poison Hotline Number
American Family Physician, March 15, 2002 by Elaine Kierl Gangel

The American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) has announced the creation of a national hotline number--800-222-1222--that connects Americans to the nearest poison control center. Calls can be made to the toll-free number 24 hours a day, seven days a week from anywhere in the United States, and callers will be connected to specially trained physicians, pharmacists, and nurses.

Before the creation of this national number, local poison control centers were only accessible through local or statewide numbers. These numbers will continue to operate, but Americans are being encouraged to remember the new national hotline number so that they can access it at any time from any place in the United States.

The AAPCC has launched a public awareness campaign to promote the hotline number. Stickers, magnets, brochures, and posters with the new hotline number are available. The Web site is www.1-800-222-1222. info. Click on link below:

Now this Is just for the American public. If you are in another country, and many of us here at AW are, please leave your country's Poison Hot Line information and numbers here and don't forget your pet's Poison Hot line number as well.
Pets are next in line when it comes to accidental poisonings. Be aware of the potenial every day items in your home that are poisonous to your pet. Ask your vet or check with (in America);

"The premier animal poison control center in North America, the APCC is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, make the call that can make all the difference: (888) 426-4435. A $55 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card."

Folks in countries besides the US please place your country's Poison Control Center numbers here for the safety of your family, friends and pets. I think it would be a good thing to have our information regarding household poisoning located on one thread and easily accessible for all readers here at AW.